subcell

/ˈsʌbˌsɛl/
noun
  1. A smaller part or compartment within a larger cell, especially in biology or technology.
    • Each subcell in the spreadsheet can hold a different piece of data.
    • In biology class, we learned about the nucleus and other subcells inside a living cell.
    • The battery is made up of several subcells that work together to store energy.
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